AFC Playoff Clash: Chiefs vs. Ravens - What You Need to Know
Hey football fans! Get ready for a showdown as the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Baltimore Ravens in an AFC playoff matchup. Here's the scoop on who's playing, how to watch, and what to expect.
Teams and Records:
The Kansas City Chiefs, with an 11-6 record, are gearing up to face the Baltimore Ravens, who have an impressive 13-4 record in the regular season.
How to Watch:
Date: Sunday, January 28, 2024
Time: 3 p.m. ET
Location: M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, Maryland
TV: CBS
Follow: CBS Sports App
Online Streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Keep in mind, there might be regional restrictions.)
Game Preview:
This Sunday, the Chiefs are on a mission to replicate their upset win from the last game against the Bills. They're going into this match with three consecutive victories, where they outscored their opponents by an average of 9.3 points. The last game was a close call, with a 27-24 win, leaving them with a boost of momentum.
Patrick Mahomes, the star quarterback, played a crucial role, throwing for 215 yards and two touchdowns with an impressive 73.9% completion rate. Isiah Pacheco also stepped up, rushing for 97 yards and a touchdown.
The Ravens, coming off a 34-10 victory against the Texans, are determined to put points on the board after a somewhat disappointing previous game. Lamar Jackson had a stellar performance, rushing for 100 yards and two touchdowns, along with 152 passing yards and two more touchdowns with a 72.7% completion rate.
Team Records and Stats:
The Chiefs are riding high with an 11-6 record, securing their third consecutive road win. Baltimore, on the other hand, has been on fire, winning seven of their last eight matchups and boosting their season record to an impressive 13-4.
Betting Odds:
Looking ahead, the Ravens are the favorites by 3.5 points. However, keep an eye on the Chiefs, as they've covered the spread in their last four games. It might be worth a quick bet if you're feeling lucky!
Odds:
- Baltimore is a 3.5-point favorite against Kansas City.
- Over/Under: 44.5 points.
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Series History:
Kansas City has the upper hand, winning four out of the last five games against Baltimore. The most recent clash in September 2021 saw Baltimore edging out a narrow win with a score of 36-35.
Get ready for a thrilling match on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET, either on CBS or through the CBS Sports App. It's shaping up to be an epic battle – who will come out on top? Tune in to find out!